Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant

Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant

Buffalo, NY (+James+E+Casey+Drive+Buffalo+NY+USA+14206)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant is responsible for accurately tracking and recording incoming payments, issuing invoices, and reconciling customer accounts. This role monitors outstanding balances, ensures the timely collection of payments, and resolves billing discrepancies as they arise. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial ledgers, preparing essential documentation, and generating reports for internal review and auditing purposes.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Maintain up-to-date billing systems with internal and external stakeholders.

Generate and send out invoices for county home-delivered and congregate dining programs.

Managed Long-Term Care (MLTC) billing, including processing claims and overseeing billing for long-term services. Collaborate closely with the social work team to identify and resolve rejected claims promptly.

Carry out billing, collection, and reporting activities according to specific deadlines.

Generate age analyses and review AR aging to ensure accuracy, support timely collections, and identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Prepare reports and schedules as needed for month-end closing and yearly independent audit.

Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including, but not limited to : serving as a truck spotter, helping with Farm Market / Community Garden / Freight Farms / on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals and serving home-delivered meals.

Assists with other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or similar degree with a minor in Accounting; Associates Degree in Accounting with a minimum of 5 years in accounting required

A comprehensive understanding of financial / accounting matters and processes.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work successfully in a team environment; confidentiality essential

Proficient in MS Office software as well as accounting software

Current & valid NYS driver’s license and daily access to an automobile

Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 35 lbs.

Salary Description

$23.00-$25.00 / hr.

• Bi-Weekly Pay Periods